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Low Carbon Architecture Summer Programme - LCASP

About LCASP

The Welsh School of Architecture has a reputation for being one of the best Schools in the UK for its holistic approach to design which embraces all aspects of sustainable design and planning. The School is acknowledged as a world leader in the research and development of sustainable and low carbon building design and research of acknowledged sustainable developments in the UK, China and the Middle East.

The Welsh School of Architecture launched its first International Summer Programme in July 2013. The Low Carbon Architecture Summer Programme brought together international undergraduates and recent graduates from schools of architecture and the built environment keen to develop a UK experience in low carbon design.

During the couple of weeks spent at the Welsh School of Architecture, students engaged in interactive and inspiring workshops, seminars and team work, besides trips and field visits to remarkable low carbon and sustainable venues.

Why LCASP

Spend your summer at one of the top schools of architecture in the UK

Learn about state-of-the-art approaches to low carbon design and sustainability in the built environment

Get a hands-on experience in sustainable initiatives and developments in the UK

Receive a certificate of participation from the Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff University

A word fromDr Heba Elsharkawy,LCASP Co-ordinator

"The aim of the lectures, seminars and field trips in LCASP is not to provide a prescription to low carbon and sustainable design, but to create a crucible of ideas that would encourage debate and generate bespoke approaches to sustainable design in the built environment. Thus, the Low Carbon Design project helped develop unique approaches to low carbon design in diverse climates and contexts with teams consisting of students from Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, China, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Jordan and Tanzania. I believe it has been a valuable academic experience for both UG and PG participants."

What LCASP students thought about the programme

"I have learnt so much in this course, and Cardiff is such a friendly city"
Omar Ahmed Alnaggar (Saudi Arabia)

"It has been a great opportunity to meet people from many different countries"
Llwen Geng (China)

"The classes, the accommodation, and the food were all great"
Guangxin Dai (China)

"I have learnt a lot from all the other students. I had a fantastic experience"
Fahad Alassaf (Saudi Arabia)

"I loved this summer course. I have learnt so much and enjoyed this beautiful city"
Cui Wang (China)

"I enjoyed my time in this beautiful campus. I wished I could stay longer"
Reham Kanan Abdullah (Egypt)